Jade and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties

Jade and Grossular Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Jade and Grossular Garnet physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Jade and Grossular Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Jade and Grossular Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jade and Grossular Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jade and Grossular Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jade is 3.6 whereas that of Grossular Garnet is 3.6.